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European Investment Bank VP Ambroise Fayolle
EIB, DBSA increase funding for private renewables projects to R11.9bn
11th September 2024 By: Terence Creamer

The European Investment Bank (EIB) has approved another €100-million (R1.98-billion) loan in support of the Development Bank of Southern Africa’s (DBSA’s) Embedded Generation Investment Programme,... 


Solar PV panels
Zimbabwe’s biggest miners seek $182m for solar projects
11th September 2024 By: Bloomberg

Some of Zimbabwe’s biggest miners are seeking $182-million to develop 200 MW of locally-generated solar power, according to the head of the renewables company responsible for the projects. The... 


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Accenture, MTN conclude ORAN proof-of-concept
11th September 2024 By: Natasha Odendaal

Accenture and MTN have embarked on a proof-of-concept in to test the capabilities of open radio access network (ORAN) solution to improve customer experience and optimise costs. Two successful... 


Green hydrogen - all that and storage too
Green hydrogen - all that and storage too
11th September 2024

By: Dwibin Thomas - Cluster Automation Leader at Schneider Electric A recent report published  by ScienceDirect, highlights two storage technologies: battery storage (BS) which is generally... 


Engineering the Future: 16 schools compete in SAICE’s 33rd International Bridge Building Competition
11th September 2024

The South African Institution of Civil Engineering (SAICE) hosted its 33rd International Bridge Building Competition at the Midrand Conference Centre, showcasing 16 schools from around South... 


Aterian completes initial target generation at Botswana project
10th September 2024 By: Sabrina Jardim

Following the conclusion of a share purchase agreement to acquire a 90% interest in Atlantis Metals, in Botswana, in April, Aim-listed Aterian has completed initial target generation using... 


Transport Minister Barbara Creecy
National roads need over R307-billion of repairs
10th September 2024 By: Bloomberg

South Africa, which already faces a heavy bill to upgrade its port, rail and electricity infrastructure, needs R307-billion to repair and improve its sprawling national road system. The South... 


The industrial edge – thriving in the shadow of cloud computing's hype
The industrial edge – thriving in the shadow of cloud computing's hype
10th September 2024

By: Rohan de Beer -  End User Sales Director at Schneider Electric Despite the rapid growth of cloud computing, driven by the hype around key factors such as skills, budget and security, the... 


Development Bank of Southern Africa Chief Economist Zeph Nhleko.
Development finance institutions are key architects of hydrogen economy – Nhleko
9th September 2024 By: Martin Creamer

Development finance institutions (DFIs) are more than just financial supporters of the hydrogen economy, they are important architects of its future, Development Bank of Southern Africa (DBSA)... 


Rheinmetall Denel Munition is growing in South Africa
Rheinmetall Denel Munition is growing in South Africa
9th September 2024

It's been 16 years since the German technology house Rheinmetall and South African defence player Denel joined forces and formed a joint venture, establishing Rheinmetall Denel Munition. Over these... 


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City Logistics tests the electric Canter; DTSA to roll out leasing once trials wrap up
6th September 2024 By: Irma Venter

City Logistics says it has been “pleasantly surprised” by the load-carrying performance of its trial electric Fuso Canter (eCanter) small truck. Earlier this year, Daimler Truck Southern Africa... 


Orion, South32, Perenti and DRA Global receive awards for Africa community development projects
6th September 2024 By: Schalk Burger

Mining companies South32, Orion Minerals, Perenti and DRA Global have received awards for transforming communities in Africa during the 2024 Australia-Africa Minerals and Energy Group (AAMEG)... 


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Innovative new energy storage system for South Africa's energy sector
6th September 2024

An energy storage system recently unveiled at a solar energy exhibition in Europe is being described as a solution for addressing South Africa’s  energy challenges such as loadshedding, load... 


A Liberalised Energy Market and the Path to Net Zero
A Liberalised Energy Market and the Path to Net Zero
6th September 2024

Energy aggregators, such as NOA Group, are playing a crucial role in South Africa's evolving liberalised energy market, acting as a bridge between electricity producers and consumers and... 


Forming Technology, Accelerating PV+ESS as the Main Energy Source
Forming Technology, Accelerating PV+ESS as the Main Energy Source
6th September 2024

As countries continue to invest in sustainable and efficient energy solutions to both meet domestic demand and climate change objectives, having the best technology to generate, convert and store... 


Distribution infrastructure in South Africa
Germany ready to help fund R390bn South African grid revamp
6th September 2024 By: Bloomberg

Germany is willing to help fund the R390-billion ($22-billion) that South Africa said it needs to incorporate more solar and wind power into the national grid and ensure its energy security. The... 


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Competitive energy sector drives innovation
6th September 2024 By: Nadine Ramdass

The competitive landscape for utility-scale renewable energy has significantly changed over the past decade, with developers driving more aggressive funding terms to remain competitive, says... 


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Investment company on track to meet net-zero energy goals
6th September 2024 By: Nadine Ramdass

As part of its ambition to achieve Landlord Scope 1 and 2 Net-Zero Carbon by 2030 as well as implement sustainable practices, property investment company Liberty Two Degrees (L2D) has successfully... 


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Emerging solar tech crucial in energy mix
6th September 2024 By: Nadine Ramdass

Solar power integration, through PV, concentrated solar power (CSP) technology in specific applications, and hybrid solutions including battery energy storage systems (BESS), is crucial in South... 


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Boosting value of South African-mined minerals
6th September 2024 By: Lumkile Nkomfe

Collaborative efforts undertaken with the mining industry - focusing on developing research and technological expertise - are driving new economic value in various commodities including gold,... 


Ogihara SA breaks ground on new R1.2bn auto body-part plant in Durban
6th September 2024 By: Irma Venter

CFAO South Africa (SA) subsidiary Toyota Tsusho Africa and Ogihara Thailand have started construction of a new R1.2-billion plant that will produce vehicle body parts for Toyota South Africa Motors... 


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BME’s environmental endeavours boost ESG
6th September 2024

BME, the mining segment of JSE-listed Omnia, has made significant advances in sustainability and continues to push boundaries by finding better ways to achieve its environmental, social and... 


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Kanyika niobium project, Malawi – update
6th September 2024 By: Sheila Barradas

Globe Metals and Mining has announced a letter of intent with master alloys supplier Affilips. 


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Ngarluma Solar Farm, Australia
6th September 2024 By: Sheila Barradas

Rio Tinto is building a solar farm to supply renewable energy to its iron-ore operations in the Pilbara.  


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BMW SA ends production of third-generation X3, gears up for new model in October
5th September 2024 By: Irma Venter

BMW Group South Africa (BMW SA) has halted production of the third-generation X3 at its Rosslyn plant, in Pretoria, and will now gear up for production of the new-generation model. The last vehicle... 


Mulatos has been operating for nearly 20 years.
Alamos to triple Mulatos mine life with underground development
5th September 2024 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Toronto- and New York-listed Alamos Gold has announced the results of a positive internal economic study completed on its Puerto Del Aire (PDA) project – a high-grade underground deposit adjacent... 


Mpumalanga’s renewable shift to sustainability
5th September 2024

By: Santosh Sookgrim - Senior Technical Advisor at the South African Wind Energy Association (SAWEA). In a province once synonymous with the towering chimneys and billowing smoke of coal-fired... 


WEG Africa CEO Eduardo Werninghaus
Rebranded WEG committed to supporting customers meet their sustainability goals
5th September 2024 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Electrical equipment manufacturer WEG has worked for a year to internally evolve its brand, rebranding from Zest WEG to WEG, and with this comes an increased focus on sustainability. WEG has... 


Harmony Gold's green energy plan.
This year's Harmony Gold achievement is incredible, says CEO Steenkamp
5th September 2024 By: Martin Creamer

What Harmony Gold has achieved in the 12 months to June 30 is incredible with the true driver of value being quality gold ounces and a display of capability in regions beyond South Africa, upbeat... 


The Kamoa-Kakula complex
Kamoa-Kakula achieves record level production in August
4th September 2024 By: Darren Parker

The Phase 1, 2 and 3 concentrators at TSX- and OTCQX-listed Ivanhoe Mines’ Kamoa-Kakula copper complex, in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), achieved a combined monthly production record of... 


Electricity and Energy Minister Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa will host a nulclear summit on September 12
DMRE moving with pace on nuclear determination amid mounting technoeconomic questions
4th September 2024 By: Terence Creamer

South Africa’s Department of Mineral Resources and Energy (DMRE) expects to finalise nuclear-procurement consultations in the coming two to three months before approaching the regulator for its... 


Rand Currency
Govt says economic growth is a clear indication that SA is on a solid path to recovery
4th September 2024 By: Thabi Shomolekae

Public information entity Government Communication and Information System said on Wednesday South Africa’s economic growth in the second quarter shows that the economy is on a solid path to... 


Unisa, Inqaba Biotec launch next-generation DNA
Unisa, Inqaba Biotec launch next-generation DNA
4th September 2024

The University of South Africa has launched Africa’s first next-generation DNA sequencing platform, the PacBio Revio, which was developed in collaboration with Inqaba Biotec. The acquisition and... 


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A Legacy of Excellence 70 years of continuous values and innovation for SA manufacturer
4th September 2024

The story of South African manufacturer Bell Equipment is one deeply rooted in strong family values, innovation and a relentless pursuit of excellence. Founded by Irvine Bell in 1954, the company’s... 


CILT International global president chief Teete Owusu-Nortey, CILTSA president Elvin Harris and VUT vice-chancellor and principal Professor Khehla Ndlovu
MoU seeks to bridge gap between academia, industry in logistics, transport sector
3rd September 2024 By: Darren Parker

The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport: South Africa (CILTSA) and the Vaal University of Technology (VUT) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to bridge the gap between... 


Coal generates less than half of Australian power for first time
Coal generates less than half of Australian power for first time
3rd September 2024 By: Bloomberg

The high winds that have been lashing southeastern Australia over the past few days have pushed coal-fired power below 50% of the country’s power mix for the first time ever. The fossil fuel... 


Dr Vladimir Guterman
Hydrogen fuel cells: the path to a sustainable future
2nd September 2024

In recent years, the global energy landscape has been rapidly evolving, with hydrogen emerging as a key player in transitioning to sustainable energy sources. Hydrogen stands out as a promising... 


BHP continues support of Australian women footballers
BHP continues support of Australian women footballers
2nd September 2024 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Mining company BHP’s ongoing partnership with the AFLW this season is helping to inspire the next generation of women to shine in the workplace and on the football ground. With the 2024 NAB AFLW... 


Globe inks LoI for portion of Kanyika production
2nd September 2024 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Australia-listed Globe Metals and Mining has announced a letter of intent (LoI) with master alloys supplier Affilips for up to 32% of the high-purity niobium pentoxide production from Phase 1 of... 


Gates upgrades bandless V-belts with new EE composition and move to Europe
Gates upgrades bandless V-belts with new EE composition and move to Europe
30th August 2024

Revitalized, reengineered, and relabelled, Gates's new generation of Super HC MN and Tri-Power V-belts offer improved performance and better availability with excellent value. Gates (NYSE: GTES), a... 


The LDI operation
Northern Graphite sees market turnaround by mid-2025
30th August 2024 By: Mariaan Webb

As the graphite market grapples with current challenges, Canadian miner Northern Graphite is strategically positioning itself to weather the storm and emerge stronger on the other side. With... 


Ghana to launch 'monster mines' to boost gold production
30th August 2024 By: Reuters

Africa's top gold producer Ghana will commission its first large-scale greenfield mine in more than a decade in November, with expected annual production of more than 350 000 oz, the head of its... 


Young engineers will be the building blocks of future solutions – CESA YPF
30th August 2024

As young engineers navigate the challenges of the future, it is crucial that they are equipped with the necessary skills, knowledge, and ethical principles to drive sustainable change. This was the... 


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